If there was a time when scoring a spectacular winning goal at Old Trafford
was the ultimate fantasy for a Manchester City player, they now have higher
aspirations.

Last night’s wonder strike from Sergio Agüero gave those noisy neighbours
something to cherish, but, once the euphoria subsides, a little
soul-searching should follow.

This was a more eye-catching Agüero goal than the one that secured the
Barclays Premier League title at Manchester United’s expense, but there has
been far too little of this — from the forward and from City — since last
season’s crowning moment. In proving a point and deservedly winning